Installer Jobs in Tacoma, WA

An Installer in the maintenance and installation industry is responsible for setting up, repairing, and maintaining various equipment, machinery, and systems. Their duties often include reading and interpreting installation blueprints, troubleshooting technical issues, performing regular equipment inspections, and ensuring safe and efficient installation procedures. Installers may work with various equipment such as HVAC systems, security systems, electrical fittings, and telecommunications devices among others.

Important skills for an Installer include technical understanding, problem-solving, manual dexterity, physical stamina, and attention to detail. Communication and customer service skills are also useful, particularly for Installers who directly interact with clients. Relevant certifications may include HVAC certification, electrician certification, or specific product installation certifications, depending on the equipment they specialize in. Individuals often start as Installation Assistants or Technicians, gaining hands-on experience and training on the job, before progressing to roles such as Senior Technician or Installation Supervisor and eventually becoming an Installer.

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King County Housing Authority

Site Based Maintenance Mechanic

Install and repair plumbing fixtures; redirect, repair, and replace water supply and drain lines; repair waste and sewer lines; install sinks, faucets, toilets, and related plumbing fixtures....

Appliance Service Technician

  • Seahurst, WA (15 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Seahurst, WA (15 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 21 hours ago

repair or a related field is preferred....

Maintenance Technician II - The Lodge at Redmond Ridge

  • Des Moines, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Des Moines, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 11 days ago

Simpson Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer Job type: Full-time Schedule: Day shift, Weekend availability, On call, Overtime Keyword Search: Real Estate, Multifamily, Apartments, Building Maintenance...

Maintenance Technician

  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 6 hours ago

Handle minor pool maintenance Keep community pools clean and safe. Work with contractors Help monitor outside vendors to ensure quality work....

Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (HVAC) Technician - 69210

  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 6 hours ago

Install and adjust valve controls, perform electrical wiring, and set up electronic controls for HVAC-R systems....

Journey Level Maintenance Technician - Wastewater

  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 8 hours ago

Reporting to a Public Works Operations Maintenance Supervisor, and under daily supervision of a Senior Technician, the Journey Level Maintenance Technician performs skilled journey level...

Maintenance Technician I

  • Des Moines, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Des Moines, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 15 hours ago

Maintenance Technician Qualifications: Prior maintenance experience in property management strongly preferred, but not required Proficient in unit turns and appliance repair is a plus Excellent customer...

Maintenance Tech II

  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 15 hours ago

Maintenance Technician Qualifications: At least 2+ years of maintenance experience in property management strongly preferred, but not required Proficient in unit turns and appliance repair is a plus...

Maintenance Technician - Auburn, MI

  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 15 hours ago

Job Description Maintenance Technician - Auburn, MI Reports to: Plant Superintendent / Maintenance Superintendent Description: This is a full-time, hourly position. Complete preventative...

Maintenance Technician Lead - Swing Shift

  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago

maintenance activities are documented in COGZ in a timely manner Follow and ensure compliance with all GMP, food safety/safety practices, policies, procedures, and requirements when repairing, replacing, installing...

Environmental Service Technician

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 1 day ago

Installs and repairs dispensers and other custodial equipment....

Maintenance Technician - Village on Main

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 1 day ago

Some duties will include cleaning grounds, offices, common areas, completing maintenance service requests, appliance repairs, painting, apartment turnovers, taking emergency calls and more!...

Maintenance Technician (Nights 2-2-3)

  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago

At Niagara, we're looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water. Consider applying here, if you...

Apartment Maintenance Technician

  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Prior maintenance experience is helpful but not required. We are seeking an individual that enjoys a constant pace, ability to work individually is expected. This is a 400 unit apartment community...

HVAC Service Technician

  • Gig Harbor, WA (15 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gig Harbor, WA (15 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced HVAC Service Technicians for projects located in Gig Harbor, WA. This is a first shift opportunity and the pay rate is $35-40/hour based...

Demographic Data for Tacoma, WA

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Salary for Installer Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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Highest Education Level

Installers in Tacoma, WA offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
28.5%
Associate's Degree
16.7%
Bachelor's Degree
14.0%
Master's Degree
3.6%
Some College
1.6%
Some High School
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Installers in Tacoma, WA
2-4 years
47.2%
1-2 years
26.6%
4-6 years
18.9%
Less than 1 year
3.5%
10+ years
2.8%
6-8 years
0.8%
8-10 years
0.2%
None
0.1%


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